Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusillum
ID:
300533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 292 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299865



Common Names

  • Saccolabium pusillum
  • Pusillum Saccolabium
  • Small Saccolabium


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Synonyms

  • Gastrochilus pusillus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Saccolabium pusillum (also called Pusillum, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saccolabium pusillum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber which is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saccolabium pusillum has yellow flowers with white centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saccolabium pusillum is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Saccolabium pusillum

Saccolabium pusillum is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Saccolabium pusillum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saccolabium pusillum?

Saccolabium pusillum

What type of plant is Saccolabium pusillum?

Saccolabium pusillum is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Saccolabium pusillum native to?

Saccolabium pusillum is native to Southeast Asia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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